It's gonna be awesome guys, the local F18 fleet is a really great group of guys and gals. Im going to be helping with finding people lodging, if they aren't going to tent it, more on that later. The fleet is one of the biggest in the US, probably at least 20 at some races, maybe more this year. It's gonna be a good time and I can't wait!

_________________Blair T

I love these calm moments before the storm, it reminds me of Beethoven...

I don't typically see boat manufacturers mentioned, sometimes in European regattas, but I digress. I still think it doesnt matter that much what you're sailing, rather HOW you're sailing it. Perfect example, Mischa winning the Can F18 championship on a borrowed 2005 Tiger

_________________Blair T

I love these calm moments before the storm, it reminds me of Beethoven...

Hmmmm...check out the preliminary schedule of events. 4 days of racing (Tuesday thru Friday) and awards dinner on Saturday. I'm OK with a four day event but the Saturday awards dinner cuts into weekend travel time. Maybe get the HYC organizers to re-think this strategy and give out the awards at the closing dinner on Friday? Just my 2 cents.

I would seriously doubt that we'll have much influence on their schedule, but I am hoping to talk to C.Cooper (the head guy) in the near future and I'll let him know what you think on that.MY mission, is to organize a strong Hobie presence at the regatta and I figure if we start early, we'll have better luck.